According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, around 1,500 people die every year due to car accidents. Many of these accidents are caused by black ice: a thin coating of glazed ice on the surface of the streets. This ice is not necessarily black, but is nearly invisible to the naked eye. A Lowellville teacher had a dangerous run-in with black ice in her early twenties. She said she was driving home from work when she tried to come to a stop and slid into another car. Luckily, no one was injured, but this accident left the teacher a little frightened. Driving carefully during the winter months, especially during icy days, is very important.
There are many tips that you can follow in the winter season in order to be a safe driver:
Beware of all surroundings and cut out all distractions.
Keep your speed down to prevent slipping.
When there is ice on the road, you may want to go under the speed limit to stay safe. It is important to take your time and not rush.
Putting your car into four wheel drive will help you get up those steep hills in the brisk winter.
With the winter season right around the corner, remember to always take precautionary measures when driving in snow and ice. No one likes driving in hazardous winter conditions so unless you have to travel sometimes it is better to stay home. If you must venture out, take care to leave early, drive slow, and follow the safety tips when dealing with black ice.
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